Tdap vaccine clinic

The Pennsylvania Department of Health and Blue Mountain Health System will provide a Tetanus, Diptheria and Pertussis vaccine clinic from 9 to 11 a.m. May 9 in the community room at the Bowmanstown Medical Plaza at 512 Bank St. in Bowmanstown.You are eligible for the vaccine at low or no cost if you are underinsured (your insurance does not cover the vaccine) or uninsured (you have no insurance). The maximum cost is $5 which may be paid with a check or money order; no cash.Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis are serious diseases caused by bacteria. Tdap vaccine can protect us from them. Diphtheria and pertussis are spread from person to person through secretions from coughing or sneezing. Tetanus enters the body through cuts, scratches or wounds.Registration is required. To schedule an appointment, or if you have questions, call the Pennsylvania Department of Health at 570-325-6106.Summer crafting eventBlue Mountain Health System will offer a Stress Reduction Summer Craft Program from 12:30 to 4 p.m. May 9 at the Blue Mountain Bowmanstown Medical Plaza, 512 Bank St. in BowmanstownIf you want to save money and add meaning to gift giving, why not make your own gifts? An added bonus is that crafting can be of help to people who suffer from anxiety or depression. The process of working with one's hands focuses the mind, eases stress and can increase happiness. It's thought that when we're being creative, our brains release dopamine, a natural antidepressant.Art therapist, Kathy Karanink, will guide you on step-by-step projects you can create during the event and a variety of projects you can make at home. A program fee of $15 per person includes light refreshments, educational session and all arts and crafts supplies (or bring some of your own supplies, including scissors and a glue gun).Class size is limited and preregistration and prepayment are required. Call 610-377-7070 to register.